1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 365 GTC | 959 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |